Build different measures as: a) Intensity (absolute values, rate, …); b) Distance and direction of flow - that is, specifying origin and destination of the migration flows; c) The structure of the migrant population according to the main features of biodemographic, socio-economic, ethnic and cultural type

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course gives students an introduction to the international migration phenomenon. More specifically the course focuses on the variations of aggregate (demographic population) variables, such as estimate NM (net migration), TPB (total population balance), RPB (real population balance), unemployment rates, etc. Students are provide by international statistical datasets to build measure of mobility and to observe foreign settlement patterns

INSTRUCTIONAL FORMAT:

The class will meet for 2 hours (gross of interclass break), two a week, for a total of 11 sessions. After an introduction aimed at providing the needed background, participants organized in group (max 3 students for each group) are required to read and collect the materials (data from Atlas by Istat - Atlante Statistico dei Comuni - regarding foreign resident in Italy by country of citizenship) to build the class project to be prepared prior to coming to class. Students are invited to illustrate their work by Group Case Study Presentation. Classes will consist of the explanation and critical reading of a lecture by the instructor, to be followed by a discussion of the main topics and the assigned case.

Week 3 (C. Bonifazi, S. Strozza, “Conceptual framework and data collection in International Migration”, in G. Caselli, J. Vallin and G. Wunsch (eds.), Demography: Analysis and Synthesis, Vol. IV, Elsevier, San Diego, 2006,The life space (espace vecu) by CourgeauOther classificationsInternational migration definitions, concepts, sourcesInternational reccommendationsIn-migrated into the country; Out Migrated of the countryForeign and born abroad. NaturalisedG2 First national survey on second generation in Italy (born in the host country)

Week 11 Textbook, chapters 58Estimate of the number of international migrantsInternationals migration as percentage of population.Research presentation

WORKLOAD EXPECTATIONS:

All students are expected to spend at least 2,5 hours of time on academic studies outside of, and in addition to, each hour of class time.

FORMS OF ASSESSMENT:

The instructor will use numerous and differentiated forms of assessment to calculate the final grade you receive for this course. For the record, these are listed and weighted below. The content, criteria and specific requirements for each assessment category will be explained in greater detail in class. Any questions about the requirements should be discussed directly with your faculty well in advance of the due date for each assignment.

FORM OF ASSESSMENT

VALUE

Class Participation

10%

Group Case Study Presentation

25%

Research Presentation

15%

Final Exam

50%

ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW:

Class Participation: This grade will be calculated to reflect your participation in class discussions, your capacity to introduce ideas and thoughts dealing with the texts, your ability use language effectively, and to present your analysis in intellectual, constructive argumentation. If you cannot attend classes your participation can be shown by interacting with your instructor during office hours, i.e. by asking about specific subjects of the syllabus and discussing assignments.

Group Case Study Presentation: The class will be divided in teams (max 3 students) to work on particular cases assigned by the professor (go to Atlas by Istat) . Note that due to the continuity of the project, once the teams are established at the beginning of the semester, it will be very difficult to change them. Students need to review the readings and team-discuss the relevant case prior to each meeting and be prepared for class discussion.

Research Presentation: All the students will develop a short presentation on the results of their assigned lectures (go to Required Readings in Materiale Didattico del Gomp).

Final Exam: Your abilities will be tested in two important areas of competency: the amount of information you master; the accuracy of the information you present.Structure: A combination of X questions true or false (20%), open questions (30%) and solving exercises (50%) will be asked. Prior to the examinations, a comprehensive review will be given during class.The final exam will include only a written test.

CLASS/INSTRUCTOR POLICIES:

Professionalism and communications: As a student, you are expected to maintain a professional, respectful and conscientious manner in the classroom with your instructors and fellow peers.You are expected to take your academic work seriously and engage actively in your classes.. Advance preparation, completing your assignments, showing a focused and respectful attitude is expected of all students. Simply showing up for class or meeting minimum outlined criteria will not earn you a good grade in this course. Utilizing communications, properly addressing your faculty and staff, asking questions and expressing your views respectfully demonstrate your professionalism and cultural sensitivity.

Attendance and Classroom behavior: Althoughattendance is not compulsory, it is highly recommended. All students must have a respectful attitude towards the professor as well as the classmates.

Arriving late / departing early from Class: Once they have decided to attend, students must behave consistently. Arriving late or leaving class early is disruptive and shows a lack of respect for instructor and fellow students.

Make-up classes: The instructor reserves the right to schedule make-up classes in the event of an unforeseen or unavoidable schedule change. Make-up classes may be scheduled outside of typical class hours, as necessary.

Missing Examinations: Examinations will not be rescheduled. Pre-arranged travel or anticipated absence does not constitute an emergency and requests for missing or rescheduling exams will not be granted.

Use of Cell Phones, Laptops and Other Electronic Devices: Always check with your instructor about acceptable usage of electronic devices in class. Inappropriate usage of your electronic devices will result in a warning and may lead to a deduction in participation grades. Use of a cell phone for phone calls, text messages, emails, or any other purposes during class is impolite, inappropriate and prohibited Faculty determines whether laptops will be allowed in class. The use of a laptop, tablets or of cell phones is prohibited during all tests and exams, unless otherwise specified by your instructor.

REQUIRED READINGS:

Listed below are the required course textbooks and additional readings. These are required materials for the course and you are expected to have constant access to them from the very beginning of the course for reading, highlighting and note-taking. It is required that you have unrestricted access to each. Access to additional sources required for certain class sessions may be provided in paper or electronic format consistent with applicable copyright legislation.

Recommended readings:(to be selected and assigned throughout the semester):The following primary and secondary materials, articles and readings are either available on the web or will be provided in Pdf format by the instructor through the GOMP and/or MOODLE platforms.